Born and raised in Hong Kong, Chef Fong immigrated to the United States in 1989 where he embarked on his culinary career in Washington D.C.’s Chinatown. After establishing himself as a skilled chef of Chinese cuisine, he began to garner acclaim and accolades for his contributions to dim sum menus at some of the most popular local restaurants. Prior to joining Ginger, Chef Fong was the head dim sum chef at Fortune Restaurant in Falls Church, VA for six years followed by an eight-year stint at the recently relocated China Garden in Rosslyn, VA.

“It’s an honor to work with MGM National Harbor and Ginger to help introduce the culture of dim sum to their guests,” said Chef Fong. “This new menu is inspired by my memories of the restaurants I frequented as a child in Hong Kong, as well as the many different influences I’ve picked up throughout my career in the States. The goal is to offer a unique dining experience for those new to the cuisine as well as surprises for the dim sum aficionado.”

“MGM National Harbor is proud to welcome Chef Fong, whose culinary talents complement the high level of excellence that our guests have come to expect from Ginger,” said Alison Bybee, Vice President of Food and Beverage for MGM National Harbor. “Chef Fong has created mini masterpieces of flavor that will delight with each bite.”

Ginger offers authentic cuisine from regions throughout Asia including Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean menu selections. The concept was developed by a team of expert chefs from MGM Resorts’ properties in Las Vegas and named for a common ingredient found in all Asian cuisine. Warm organic wood interiors create an inviting space along with traditional and signature dishes, such as Peking Roast Duck and Sampan Spicy Crab, bringing memorable dining experiences for those seeking a genuine taste of Asian fare.

About MGM National Harbor
The newest addition to the MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) portfolio, MGM National Harbor has an unrivaled setting offering stunning panoramic views of the eastern shore of the Potomac River in Maryland. The $1.4 billion LEED® Gold Certified resort, which opened December 8, 2016, sits a short distance from Washington, D.C. to the north and historic sites, including George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate across the river in Virginia. The 24-story, 308-room resort features premier amenities and experiences for locals as well as visitors from around the world including a dynamic casino with over 125,000 square feet of space that includes slots, table games and poker; a world-class spa and salon; an entertainment theater with flexible seating for up to 3,000; high-end branded retail; 50,000 square feet of meeting space; and restaurants from renowned local, national and international chefs. For more information, visit mgmnationalharbor.com or follow on Facebook and Twitter.

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